Boot
- Make
- Alfa Romeo
- Model
- 156 Factory Service Manual
- Year
- 1997–2002
- Section
- Removal and refitment › Boot
Boot
Removal
1 Open the boot lid and, using the special tool, remove the rear retaining buttons from the top trim.
Special tool 1.823.015.000 – Blade 1
2 Lower the top trim 2a, disconnect the electrical connection 2b and withdraw it.
Component D40 Rear / boot connection 2b
1 Withdraw the wiring sleeve from both ends.
2 Withdraw the wiring.
Support the boot lid with the assistance of a second operator.
3 Undo the bolts from both sides of the boot lid.
4 Remove the boot lid.
Refitting
Check that the boot lid and hinges are undamaged.
Fit the boot lid.
Tighten the hinge bolts without tightening them.
Insert the wiring and fit the wiring sleeve.
Connect the electrical connection and fit it in its seating.
Fit the rear retaining buttons on the top trim.
Parts & tools for this job Staging For 1997 Alfa Romeo 156
- TOOLTrim removal tool kitSearch: trim removal tool kit
- PARTTouch-up paintSearch: Alfa Romeo touch up paint
- PARTPanel clip assortmentSearch: Alfa Romeo panel clips assortment
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